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Getabako - Shoe Tansu

Japanese getabako or shoe tansu are traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. One or more sets of sliding panels typically open to reveal shelves for easy storage. Many Japanese shoe tansu or getabako even provide space for umbrellas.

The wood is typically fragrant cedar and designs range from sublimely simple to decoratively accented with bamboo, carving or cross hatching.

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Japanese Getabako, Shoe Tansu - TJ2J183

Jtansu Price: $1,195.00 SOLD

Charming Japanese getabako shoe tansu, early 20th century. Traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. Fashioned of richly grained cedar and sturdy cypress woods with charming cutout accents. Sliding panels above and below open reveal ample storage space along with a taller cabinet traditionally used to store umbrellas. A simple, sublime statement in any environment! Very good condition. Dimensions: 35” high, 27” wide, 13” deep.

Japanese Shoe Tansu, Getabako - TJ2J203

Jtansu Price: $1,195.00

Beautiful Japanese getabako shoe tansu, early 20th century. Traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. Fashioned of richly grained cedar and sturdy cypress woods. Sliding panels above and below open reveal ample storage space. A sublime statement in any environment! Very good condition. Dimensions:

Japanese Shoe Tansu, Getabako - TJ1AG61

Jtansu Price: $1,295.00

Exceptional, tall, Japanese getabako shoe tansu, early Showa period, c. 1930-1940. Traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. Fashioned of richly grained cedar and sturdy cypress woods. Sliding panels above and below open reveal ample storage space. A simple, sublime statement in any environment! Very good condition. Dimensions: 48” high, 33.5” wide, 13.5”.

Japanese Geta Bench, Shoe Tansu - TC1JL231

Jtansu Price: $3,295.00

Rare, old Japanese geta bench or shoe tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. Fashioned of richly grained cedar and chestnut woods and sturdy cypress. Panels slide open reveal ample space for shoe storage. Very good condition. Dimensions: 27.25” high, 67.5” wide, 16.5” deep.

Japanese Okidoko Tansu or Geta Shoe Bench

Japanese Okidoko Tansu or Geta Shoe Bench - TG1F61

Jtansu Price: $1,495.00

Wonderful Japanese okidoko tansu chest or geta shoe bench, contemporary. Often used in the tea ceremony tokonoma alcove. Beautiful, sturdy reclaimed elm wood. Striking for storage of tea accessories or as a useful geta shoe bench. Very good condition. Shown here with optional wooden stand. Dimensions: 21” high, 49” wide, 20” deep.

Japanese Getabako Shoe Tansu, Cedar - TJXF51

Jtansu Price: $1,195.00 SOLD

Lovely Japanese getabako or shoe chest tansu, early 20th century. Traditionally kept at the entryway of a house to store shoes removed while at home. Fashioned entirely of richly grained golden cedar wood. Panels above and below slide open reveal ample storage space. A vertical cabinet provides space for umbrellas and other tall items. Lovely decorative design throughout. Very good condition. Dimensions: 35” high, 28” wide, 14” deep.